Francis Meynell Collection

Chemist Shop at Night, 1938, (1946). Artist: Eric Ravilious
Chemist Shop at Night, 1938, (1946). Coloured Lithograph originally for, High Street by Eric Ravilious published 1938. From English Printed Books, by Francis Meynell. [Collins, London, 1946]

The Painter as Illustrator, 1932, (1946). Artist: Paul Nash
The Painter as Illustrator, 1932, (1946). Hydriotaphia, Urn Burial, or, a Discourse of the Sepulchral Urns lately found in Norfolk, is a work by Thomas Browne (1605-1682)

A Concise Encyclopaedia of Gastronomy, Section II, Fish, 1940, (1946). Creator: Unknown
A Concise Encyclopaedia of Gastronomy, Section II, Fish, 1940, (1946). Cover Design for the Curwen Press : page of text with illustration of cutlery and grapevine

Man and woman, 1937, (1946). Creator: M. R. H. Farrar
Man and woman, 1937, (1946). A Modern Techique : linocut illustration of a man and woman in 17th-century dress, from " The Mask of Comus" (A Mask Presented at Ludlow Castle, 1634)

The Beggar, 1913, (1946). Creator: Unknown
The Beggar, 1913, (1946). A Second Revival of the " Chap-Book" Style : illustration by C. Lovat Fraser to a poem, from " Poems" by Ralph Hodgson

The Barmaid, 1888, (1946). Creator: William Nicholson
The Barmaid, 1888, (1946). The Painter as Illustrator. Illustration from W. Henleys " London Types", 1888. Published in " English Printed Books", by Francis Meynell

Frontispiece to Poems by Lionel Johnson, 1895, (1946). Creator: Unknown
Frontispiece to " Poems" by Lionel Johnson, 1895, (1946). The Printing Revival of the Eighteen-Nineties. Lettering and image of a bishop with initials WW, (possibly William de Wykeham)

The Pilgrimage of Perfection, 1531, (1946). Artist: Wynkyn de Worde
The Pilgrimage of Perfection, 1531, (1946). Wynkyn de Worde, a printer and publisher in London is recognized as the first to popularise the products of the printing press in England

King Henry VI. Act 1. Scene 1, c1723, (1946). King Henry VI. Act 1. Scene 1 by William Shakespeare (1564-1616). Jacob Tonson (1655-1736)

Shakespeares First Published Work - 1st Edition of Venus and Adonis, 1593, (1946). Venus and Adonis is a poem by William Shakespeare (1564-1616), written between 1592

From the Days of Great Dedications - John Foxs Book of Martyrs, 1563, (1946). John Foxes (1516-1587) Book of Martyrs, is a Protestant history and martyrology

The Strange Adventures of a Dog-Cart, 1888, (1946). Artist: Randolph Caldecott
The Strange Adventures of a Dog-Cart, 1888, (1946). Originally printed in Last Graphic Pictures. From English Printed Books, by Francis Meynell. [Collins, London, 1946]

The First Revival of the Chap-Book Style, 1885, (1946). Artist: Joseph Crawhall
The First Revival of the Chap-Book Style, 1885, (1946). Izaak Walton : His Wallet Bookeby Izaak Walton (1593-1683) published by Leadenhall Press in 1885

Johns Baskervilles Virgil, 1757, (1946). Artist: John Baskerville
Johns Baskervilles Virgil, 1757, (1946). Types designed by John Baskerville (1706-1775) showing his characteristic spacing 11 9/16 X 8 11/18. From English Printed Books, by Francis Meynell

Anecdotes of Painting in England, c1762, (1946). Artist: Horace Walpole
Anecdotes of Painting in England, c1762, (1946). The First History of English Art published by the Strawberry Hill Press between 1762 and 1780

The Pitt Press, Cambridge, c1835, (1946). Artist: George Belton Moore
The Pitt Press, Cambridge, c1835, (1946). From English Printed Books, by Francis Meynell. [Collins, London, 1946]

Kate Greenaways Marigold Garden, 1885, (1946). Artist: Catherine Greenaway
Kate Greenaways Marigold Garden, 1885, (1946). Marigold Garden: Pictures And Rhymes, 1885, contains nursery rhymes and illustrated tales by Catherine Greenaway (1846-1901)

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Francis Meynell, a name that resonates with the diverse world of art and literature. From the Chemist Shop at Night in 1938 to The Strange Adventures of a Dog-Cart in 1888, Meynell's collection is an eclectic mix of artistic brilliance. Eric Ravilious' masterpiece, the Chemist Shop at Night, takes us on a nocturnal journey through time. With its enchanting hues and meticulous details, it captures the essence of mystery and intrigue. Paul Nash's The Painter as Illustrator showcases Meynell's appreciation for artists who transcend boundaries. This captivating piece from 1932 depicts the symbiotic relationship between painting and illustration. In A Concise Encyclopaedia of Gastronomy: Section II - Fish, an unknown creator delves into the depths of culinary knowledge. Meynell's inclusion highlights his fascination with gastronomy as both an art form and a science. M. R. H Farrar's Man and Woman portrays human connections with raw emotion. This thought-provoking artwork from 1937 reminds us that love knows no bounds or limitations. The Beggar transports us back to 1913 when anonymity shrouded this creator's work. Through this enigmatic piece, Meynell invites viewers to contemplate society's treatment of those less fortunate. William Nicholson's The Barmaid evokes nostalgia for simpler times in 1888. As we gaze upon this charming scene set within a bustling tavern, we are reminded of our shared humanity across generations. Frontispiece to Poems by Lionel Johnson offers glimpses into forgotten realms where creators remain unknown but their impact undeniable. Inclusion in Meynell’s collection ensures these works receive recognition they deserve even after centuries have passed. Wynkyn de Worde’s The Pilgrimage of Perfection immerses us in religious fervor dating back to 1531. Its presence among other artworks signifies Meynell’s appreciation for historical significance and the enduring power of faith. King Henry VI.